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WA16 XGL

2016 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Exeter, West of England · 10 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2016
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantDiesel post-2015 (Euro 6)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2016 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 108,264 miles on the clock, averaging 12,032 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).

MOT & Mileage History for WA16 XGL

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
108,264
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2019
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
12,032

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading108,264 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year12,032
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WA16 XGL 27k47k68k88k108k '19'26'24

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage108,264 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,261 miles
Since last MOT+24,247 miles
PASS
Mileage84,014 miles
Since last MOT+65 miles
PASS
Mileage83,949 miles
Since last MOT+50 miles
PASS
Mileage83,899 miles
Since last MOT+5,428 miles
PASS
Mileage78,471 miles
Since last MOT+12,070 miles
PASS
Mileage66,401 miles
Since last MOT+13,983 miles
PASS
Mileage52,418 miles
Since last MOT+9,241 miles
PASS
Mileage43,177 miles
Since last MOT+6,195 miles
PASS
Mileage36,982 miles
Since last MOT+9,889 miles
PASS
Mileage27,093 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage27,093 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2012–2020), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

CLHA

Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)

Clogs from poor fuel quality, short journeys, or failed regens, leading to backpressure.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA16 XGL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2016
First registered
Area codeWA — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier16 — March 2016 to August 2016

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About WA16 XGL

What car is WA16 XGL?

WA16 XGL is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Exeter in 2016.

What is the mileage of WA16 XGL?

The last recorded mileage for WA16 XGL was 108,264 miles, recorded on 20 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WA16 XGL passed its MOT?

WA16 XGL has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 20 Jan 2026.

Is WA16 XGL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WA16 XGL is likely ULEZ compliant. Diesel post-2015 (Euro 6). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is WA16 XGL?

WA16 XGL is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.